Elite i20 highlights

Hyundai launched the 2018 Elite i20 at a starting price of Rs 5.35 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) at the Auto Expo 2018. The updated hatchback comes with redesigned front and rear profiles along with additional features. Check out what's new in the refreshed model here.

The 2018 Elite i20 is available with two engine and transmission options - a 1.2-litre petrol engine that produces 83PS/115Nm mated to a 5-speed manual and a 1.4-litre U2 CRDi Diesel engine that is mated to a 6-speed manual and puts out 90PS/220Nm. Hyundai has discontinued the 1.4-litre petrol which was only available with a 4-speed automatic. However, the company announced that it will introduce a CVT auto option with the 1.2-litre petrol motor in May 2018. 2018 Elite i20 Buyer's Guide:Variants Explained

On the features front, the new Elite i20 gets a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink compatibility, rear parking camera (display on infotainment screen) with sensors, automatic climate control with rear AC vents, cooled glove box, electrically foldable and adjustable ORVMs with welcome function and automatic projector headlamps with LED DRLs and positioning lamps, among others.

In terms of safety, the new Elite i20 gets dual front airbags and ABS as standard across the range. The top-spec Asta(O) variant gets four airbags and ISOFIX hold seat anchors in addition to the standard equipment.

Elite i20 User Reviews

Popular Elite i20 Reviews

Hello guys, I want to share the mileage of Hyundai i20 2018 with you. I have i20 Asta diesel 1.4 CRDI model and I was on a trip and I got approx of 23.8 kmpl mileage. I bought this car in last month means June.
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This car is best in class with best features and richness. Misses out on some features but that doesn't pinch you when you are in the car. Smooth gear shifts and no engine roars. You won't feel the engine noise at all. The mileage of the car is better than the competition. Hyundai keeps up with its tradition of giving light steering in every car.
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Critical Reviews

dont buy petrol engines they really sucking at starting gears. and mileage is too bad it is giving like 11 km in city. that?s very worst. other than mileage everything is good and how are sporty drivers dont ever go for petrol engines................................
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I bought i20 sportz 2017 December month (petrol) model I would mostly drive in city traffic...so I often use the brakes One fine day I applied brakes it doesn't work after applying second time it works...that was the most nervous moment as I was traveling alone...The 2nd one is on driving on the rough road it making very bad grinding noise ..fe...
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Things We Don't Like in Elite i20

Safety: ISOFIX child seat anchors are offered only in the top-spec Asta (O) variant. They are standard in the Baleno

Features such as push button start, rear defogger and wiper, and height adjustable seat belts are offered only in the top-end variant

The Elite i20 does not get an automatic transmission just yet. All other cars in its segment get one. In fact, the VW Polo is equipped with a dual-clutch automatic transmission!

Stand Out Features

6 airbags- The Elite i20 is the only car in its segment to offer six airbags that makes it one of the safest hatchbacks on sale in India under Rs 10 lakh

Dual tone Exterior- The Elite i20 gets dual-tone paint option, which definitely makes it stand out from the crowd. However, it’s only available in the Asta variant

Rear AC vents-The Elite i20 is the only premium hatchback to offer rear AC vents, which should keep passengers at the back happy

CarDekho Verdict

The previous Elite i20 had among the most striking designs in the segment - that explains why Hyundai probably didn't tinker much with the styling in the updated model. The Elite i20 2018 is now better equipped with features such as the improved infotainment system and rear armrest, among others. The features list on the Elite i20 facelift not only matches its competition it even surpasses them in some departments. However, the absence of automatic variant at launch is a bit disappointing as the Baleno and the Jazz already have a CVT available with their petrol variants. Further, the new Swift could also eat up the Elite i20’s market share since it is better loaded than ever (offers a few features that even the Baleno misses out on). For instance, the fully loaded top-spec Swift gets a price advantage of around 85K compared to the Elite i20. Does it still make sense to buy the Elite i20? Stay tuned for our detailed review.

"It appears that the updated model will continue to be among the top-selling premium hatchbacks in the country."